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Hindotsav 2026 Explores Krishna Through Modern Literature in Pune
Hindotsav 2026 was a cultural programme held in Pune.
People gathered to talk about how Krishna appears in modern books and literature.
Dr Sunil Devdhar and Sameeksha Telang shared their ideas.
They discussed why Krishna’s character still matters today.
They also spoke about how writers present Krishna in new ways.
After the discussion, performers presented a play called “Suno Kanhaiya.”
Arun Shekhar wrote the play, NK Pant directed it and Milind Trivedi provided the music.
The event was free to attend.
Hindotsav 2026 hosted a discussion on “Krishna in Modern Literature” in Pune.
The programme took place at Raj Kapoor Auditorium on the MIT-ADT University campus.
The Maharashtra State Hindi Sahitya Akademi, Sahaj Kalatmak Foundation and MIT School of Drama jointly organised the event.
The discussion examined Krishna’s portrayal, contemporary relevance and changing literary forms.
A theatrical presentation of “Suno Kanhaiya” followed the literary session, with free entry for attendees.
- Who
- The Maharashtra State Hindi Sahitya Akademi, Sahaj Kalatmak Foundation and MIT School of Drama organised the programme, with literary and theatre participants including Dr Sunil Devdhar and Sameeksha Telang.
- What
- A literary discussion on “Krishna in Modern Literature” was followed by a theatrical presentation of “Suno Kanhaiya.”
- Where
- Raj Kapoor Auditorium at MIT Art, Design and Technology University in Pune.
- When
- The event was held as part of Hindotsav 2026; the article does not provide a specific date.
- Why
- The programme aimed to examine Krishna in Hindi literature, theatre and Indian cultural traditions from a contemporary perspective.
Key facts
- Event
- Hindotsav 2026
- Main theme
- Krishna in Modern Literature
- Venue
- Raj Kapoor Auditorium, MIT-ADT University campus, Pune
- Theatre presentation
- “Suno Kanhaiya”
- Playwright
- Arun Shekhar
- Director
- NK Pant
- Music
- Milind Trivedi
- Entry
- Free
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